Making a changing table with your own hands, types of designs

The list of essentials for newborns includes a first-aid kit, bath, clothes, stroller and chest of drawers. Often, parents also acquire a special changing table for the baby. This is a convenient device that helps save time and energy. However, do not rush to spend money on the finished design. It is quite simple to assemble a changing table with your own hands. This will require quality materials and the exact dimensions of the parts.

The choice of construction and design

First of all, you need to decide on the appropriate type of design of the changing table. The following varieties exist:

• portable soft board;
• shelter changer;
• special chest of drawers;
• suspended type of construction;
• transforming pelenator.

The first option is simple in design, economical. It can be assembled without difficulty at home. Convenience lies in the fact that such a board can be moved to the right place, and also mounted on any surface. The design is equipped with sides that perform the function of protecting the baby.

The board is necessarily upholstered with special waterproof material. The color of such a device may be different. Most manufacturers use pastel colors and apply children's themes to the surface. The indisputable advantage of the portable board is the fact that the device can be taken on a trip. The design does not take up much space; it can be used as intended at any time.

Changing shelves are made of wood or plastic. In addition, metal elements may be present in the frame. Some varieties of this device are equipped with drawers and small shelves in which they store things. On the same shelf, you can temporarily place small items, napkins, diapers. This is one of the best options for the ratio of price, quality and convenience.

Special dressers differ from other designs in a large number of departments for storing things. Inside the chest of drawers are boxes with a large supply of free space. The upper part is presented in the form of a large space on which it is convenient to swaddle children. Changing chests have one drawback - large dimensions. Such designs may be too cumbersome for a small room.

If parents have limited space, a hanging changer is ideal. The device is securely mounted on the wall and, if necessary, reclines to a certain level. In addition to hanging models, additional pockets are often attached to hold small items. The advantage of such devices for newborns is a significant saving in space.

Transforming pelenators have a rather complicated design. Therefore, self-production can take a lot of time. The main advantage of the device is the ability at any time to remodel the pelenator into a children's table. The dimensions of the table will allow children to freely engage or play.

The easiest way is to make a soft portable board or a pelenator-shelf yourself. These samples require the least special details. In addition, the design does not need a complex drawing. Products consist of a simple frame and light wood upholstery.

Portable changing tables should be lightweight, so woody materials are not suitable for their manufacture.

Materials and Tools

If parents decide to start making a changing table with their own hands, it is necessary to consider several basic rules. The main thing is that the selected materials must comply with environmental safety requirements. Natural wood can be called the most suitable type of raw material. The reason for this is environmental friendliness, ease of processing. Minus - the high cost of wood. It is also worth noting that the finished wood frame will be very heavy, this adds inconvenience when moving the pelenator in the house.

For these reasons, many prefer analogues of natural wood - MDF or particleboard. Materials are cheap, reliable and easy to process. The strength of this raw material allows you to design stable frames and trim them on the side of the chest of drawers, as well as whatnot for changing.

In the case of a soft board, special filler and waterproof material are used. The holofiber or foam rubber acts as a filler. The advantage of holofiber is that it is hypoallergenic. A simple oilcloth, which can be found in any hardware store or pharmacy, often acts as a waterproof material.

If paint is used to process the frame and other structural elements, then it is imperative to make sure the composition is safe. It is better to give preference to specialized coloring compounds, which are suitable for processing devices for the child.

From the tools you will need:

• screwdriver;
• hammer;
• saw;
• Sander;
• screwdriver;
• plane;
• roulette;
• level.

Also not to do without consumables:

• wood screws;
• fasteners in the form of a corner;
• stapler;
• glue (PVC or furniture);
• varnish.

PVC pipes serve as a strong and reliable frame for the pelenator. Therefore, using a special plumbing soldering iron or cold welding, you can connect the elements to create a durable base. Both methods guarantee a secure fit. Not everyone has professional soldering irons, so most often you have to use aggressive glue - cold welding.

How to make it yourself

There are many ways how to make a changing table with your own hands. The first thing to do is choose a configuration. Since the most common is the compact type of a hanging pelenator, this particular sample should be considered.

To complete the installation, you must initially take measurements of the room and decide on the dimensions of the future design. After that, you can make drawings of the table.

Materials required:

• chipboard board;
• sides (3 pieces);
• special corners for support.

Do not use drywall and other fragile materials. The best option would be lightweight but durable samples. During installation, the design must be checked several times for strength to make sure that the finished product is suitable for the baby in size and reliability.

Ensure the convenience of using a folding pelenator will help gas lifts. The devices are compact and can be mounted quickly enough. Using such devices, the board can be locked in position. Also, gas lifts ensure a smooth movement of the mechanism.

The standard dimensions of the base are 950 x 660 mm. At the same time, the height of the supporting strips on the sides should be at least 240 mm. For reliable fastening of the sides to the board, corners are used. When all the elements are securely fixed, tighten the gas lifts on the sides of the structure.

After assembling the base, several small shelves can be mounted on the inside of the changing table. Using simple schemes, you can equip a convenient folding changer with compact shelves for things.

How to remodel a dresser in a changing table

If the owners have a chest of drawers, the device can be converted into a changing table without any problems. There are 2 ways - to make a soft pillow on the top of the dresser or to build a folding mechanism. Both options are effective. However, a folding mechanism would be the best example.

You will need additional sheets of particleboard or MDF and fixing materials. The mechanism must be assembled taking into account the initial dimensions of the chest of drawers. You should pay attention to the dimensions of the countertops, which will be a guide not only for the folding mechanism, but also for a soft pillow.

Initially, you need to cut a sheet from a solid board. This part will serve as the basis. After preparing the base, it is necessary to make the sides and drill special holes in them that are needed to fix the bars. Bars play the role of a connected element between the base and the sides. All details must be thoroughly lubricated with high-quality glue and firmly fastened.

To acquire a useful baby swaddle device does not require much time and effort. You can independently make a table from quite budget materials. And if the house has unnecessary old furniture, then by simple manipulations it is turned into an original dresser-changer.

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